(Michigan – November 5, 2026) – The Michigan Lupus Foundation is pleased to announce M. Douglas Campbell of Northville, MI has been appointed to the Board of Directors. Campbell will help the foundation serve its mission to improve the quality of life for those living with lupus through support, education and research with the goal of finding a cure.
“We are proud to welcome Doug to our Board of Directors, bringing valuable representation from the Metro Detroit area,” said Michael Lang, Board Chair of the Michigan Lupus Foundation. “Doug’s extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, healthcare and organizational development combined with his personal connection to lupus brings a unique perspective to our board. His expertise will be a tremendous asset as we continue to strengthen the foundation and expand our reach across Michigan.”
About M. Douglas Campbell
M. Doug Campbell is the President & CEO of the Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan and resides in Northville. In addition to his current role, he brings extensive nonprofit leadership experience having previously led Hope Clinic, a free clinic for those without insurance. Doug has nonprofit board experience including service on boards in the United States and the United Kingdom and on a regional board spanning Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. He has a personal connection to lupus through his daughter, who was diagnosed with lupus and amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome (AMPS).
Inspired by her advocacy and involvement in the lupus community in Boston, he hopes to use his professional experience to support individuals and families affected by lupus throughout Michigan.
About Lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes the body’s immune system to attack its own healthy tissues and organs. It can affect any part of the body causing widespread pain and inflammation. Common symptoms include debilitating fatigue, fever and joint pain. Lupus affects each person differently and may go into periods of flares and remissions.
More people are living with lupus than cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, sickle cell disease and cystic fibrosis combined. It is estimated that more than 20,000 Michiganders have been diagnosed with lupus and up to 1 million people nationwide. Lupus primarily affects women of childbearing age and occurs more frequently among African American, Hispanic/Latina, Asian American, Native American and Pacific Islander women. There is currently no cure for lupus.
About the Michigan Lupus Foundation
The Michigan Lupus Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that exists to improve the quality of life for those living with lupus through support, education and research with the goal of finding a cure. The foundation provides financial and informational resources for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers including support groups, counseling services, educational opportunities, state and nationwide research efforts, advocating with lawmakers at the state and federal level to amplify the patient voice, as well as hosting awareness events across the entire state of Michigan. The Michigan Lupus Foundation has been continually serving Michigan since 1974 and is working to build a brighter future for all lupus patients and their families. For more information, visit milupus.org.
For volunteers interested in joining the Board of Directors, visit https://www.milupus.org/board-application.
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